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Spend a Weekend in Republic, WA for Some Old-Fashioned, Authentic, Rural Charm

While the best way to see Republic, WA and the

surrounding countryside involves a week-long stay, filled with fossil hunting, hiking, swimming, fishing, and water sports; many families and vacationers can only wrangle a few days away from work and school obligations. So, what can be done in less than a week? Lots! Even a two to three day visit will give you ample time to soak up the authentic Old West feel of this rural town, hunt for fossils, drive some of the area’s scenic back roads, and enjoy a swim along the lovely shores of the Kettle River.

Where to Begin?

Before you leave home, pre-book the Balcony View Suite at the Northern Inn (Northern-inn.com), where you’ll be treated to great views of Republic and the neighboring hills. Check in, park your car and stroll the shops and restaurants of Republic’s historic main street, Clark Avenue.

Hit the Republic Brewing Company

(republicbrew.com) for award-winning brews (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and great live music. While the brewery doesn’t serve food (other than all-you-can-eat peanuts), four nearby restaurants will happily deliver to your table. If you want to sample the brewery’s beer, but you’re traveling with children, you can still enjoy an excellent meal at Esther’s Mexican Restaurant or Freckles Gourmet BBQ, which offer RBC’s Pale Ale on tap!

Saturday morning, beat the heat and visit Stonerose Interpretive Center early. First, enjoy a tasty breakfast at the Knotty Pine restaurant (located on Republic’s historic Clark Ave.), before heading to Stonerose (stonerosefos-sil.org). There, you’ll learn all about Republic’s 49-million-year-old fossils, before heading up to their Boothill fossil site to DIG for fossils at Stonerose’s world-class fossil site.

Just when you start to think about lunch, head back to your hotel, grab your bathing suits and your cameras and head north for lunch and an afternoon of fun!

Nine miles from Republic, just off Hwy 21, spend a leisurely lunch at Fisherman’s Cove Resort (fishermanscove.us) where you’ll be treated to yummy, classic burgers, fries, and shakes, while enjoying beautiful views of Curlew Lake. After a satisfying lunch, head north on Hwy 21 to the historic Malo Store, where you can purchase snacks and drinks to enjoy later in the afternoon.

Then, make your way north to the historic community of Curlew, which, in the early 1900s, was once a thriving Gold Rush town. Drive over Curlew’s restored one-lane bridge, and turn left on to Hwy 21 and left again into the entrance to Peggy Brixner Park. Break out the beach towels and head down to The Ole Swimmin’ Hole for some quality time at this locals’ beach hangout on the Kettle River!

If you head back to town before 5:00 p.m., just for the fun of it, stop in at The Country Store. Photo opportunities abound here! Located on the east side of Hwy 21, between Curlew and Malo, the store carries great candies, groceries, antiques, fishing gear and just about anything else you might need while on your trip.

Heading south on Hwy 21, turn right onto West Curlew Lake Road, and stop at the northern most point of Curlew Lake to take a photo of the stunning view of the lake and rails-to-trails railroad trestle. Then, contin-ue south on West Curlew Lake Road back to Republic. On the rise, just above the town, turn right into the entrance to the beautiful Republic Cemetery for a spectacular view of the San Poil valley.

When you return to the hotel, purchase a copy of the Historic Walking Tour booklet at the desk and, before dinner, take a tour of the town. Be sure to visit Gold Mountain Gallery to browse the work of local artists. Enjoy dinner at one of the town’s restaurants (Republic Pizza Co, Freckles Gourmet BBQ, Esther‘s, Madonna’s, Steve-O‘s). Sunday morning, as you pack your car up to head back home, the town will be quiet. As you walk over to the Knotty Pine restaurant to enjoy breakfast or brunch, take a moment to notice the clean air, beautiful sky, and peaceful ambiance of Republic.

Be sure to check the Community Calendar at FerryCounty.com for local events to attend. Bingo? Grasshopper Festival? Prospectors’ Days? Fireworks on the Lake for the 4th? Yup – we have all that and more!

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While the best way to see Republic, WA and the

surrounding countryside involves a week-long stay, filled with fossil hunting, hiking, swimming, fishing, and water sports; many families and vacationers can only wrangle a few days away from work and school obligations. So, what can be done in less than a week? Lots! Even a two to three day visit will give you ample time to soak up the authentic Old West feel of this rural town, hunt for fossils, drive some of the area’s scenic back roads, and enjoy a swim along the lovely shores of the Kettle River.

Where to Begin?

Before you leave home, pre-book the Balcony View Suite at the Northern Inn (Northern-inn.com), where you’ll be treated to great views of Republic and the neighboring hills. Check in, park your car and stroll the shops and restaurants of Republic’s historic main street, Clark Avenue.

Hit the Republic Brewing Company

(republicbrew.com) for award-winning brews (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and great live music. While the brewery doesn’t serve food (other than all-you-can-eat peanuts), four nearby restaurants will happily deliver to your table. If you want to sample the brewery’s beer, but you’re traveling with children, you can still enjoy an excellent meal at Esther’s Mexican Restaurant or Freckles Gourmet BBQ, which offer RBC’s Pale Ale on tap!

Saturday morning, beat the heat and visit Stonerose Interpretive Center early. First, enjoy a tasty breakfast at the Knotty Pine restaurant (located on Republic’s historic Clark Ave.), before heading to Stonerose (stonerosefos-sil.org). There, you’ll learn all about Republic’s 49-million-year-old fossils, before heading up to their Boothill fossil site to DIG for fossils at Stonerose’s world-class fossil site.

Just when you start to think about lunch, head back to your hotel, grab your bathing suits and your cameras and head north for lunch and an afternoon of fun!

Nine miles from Republic, just off Hwy 21, spend a leisurely lunch at Fisherman’s Cove Resort (fishermanscove.us) where you’ll be treated to yummy, classic burgers, fries, and shakes, while enjoying beautiful views of Curlew Lake. After a satisfying lunch, head north on Hwy 21 to the historic Malo Store, where you can purchase snacks and drinks to enjoy later in the afternoon.

Then, make your way north to the historic community of Curlew, which, in the early 1900s, was once a thriving Gold Rush town. Drive over Curlew’s restored one-lane bridge, and turn left on to Hwy 21 and left again into the entrance to Peggy Brixner Park. Break out the beach towels and head down to The Ole Swimmin’ Hole for some quality time at this locals’ beach hangout on the Kettle River!

If you head back to town before 5:00 p.m., just for the fun of it, stop in at The Country Store. Photo opportunities abound here! Located on the east side of Hwy 21, between Curlew and Malo, the store carries great candies, groceries, antiques, fishing gear and just about anything else you might need while on your trip.

Heading south on Hwy 21, turn right onto West Curlew Lake Road, and stop at the northern most point of Curlew Lake to take a photo of the stunning view of the lake and rails-to-trails railroad trestle. Then, contin-ue south on West Curlew Lake Road back to Republic. On the rise, just above the town, turn right into the entrance to the beautiful Republic Cemetery for a spectacular view of the San Poil valley.

When you return to the hotel, purchase a copy of the Historic Walking Tour booklet at the desk and, before dinner, take a tour of the town. Be sure to visit Gold Mountain Gallery to browse the work of local artists. Enjoy dinner at one of the town’s restaurants (Republic Pizza Co, Freckles Gourmet BBQ, Esther‘s, Madonna’s, Steve-O‘s). Sunday morning, as you pack your car up to head back home, the town will be quiet. As you walk over to the Knotty Pine restaurant to enjoy breakfast or brunch, take a moment to notice the clean air, beautiful sky, and peaceful ambiance of Republic.

Be sure to check the Community Calendar at FerryCounty.com for local events to attend. Bingo? Grasshopper Festival? Prospectors’ Days? Fireworks on the Lake for the 4th? Yup – we have all that and more!

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Ask, “How’s the fishing?” to anyone who has fished Curlew Lake, as well as Ferry County’s many other lakes and rivers, and the answer you’ll likely receive is, “The fishing is great!” In the spring and early summer, you’ll find it hard to beat our trout fishing; come summer and fall you’ll enjoy reeling in large-mouth bass; and our record-setting Tiger muskies provide spring-through fall angling fun. Learn more about area fishing at FerryCounty.com and Curlew Lake Resorts at: tiffanysresort.com • blackbeachresort.com • fishermanscove.us

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